David Norris: The Hirschfeld Centre revolutionised Temple Bar in 1979

Описание: RUINED BY A fire in the late 1980s, the Hirschfeld Centre had been the first LGBT community space in Dublin and was a home away from home for many young people.

It was opened on St Patrick's Day 1979, and funded by Senator David Norris. Speaking to TheJournal.ie at the site the veteran campaigner said the centre kickstarted the transformation of Temple Bar.

In response to a campaign from the senator, Dublin City Council has agreed to place a plaque at the site on Fownes Street where the centre once stood. Norris said it hadn't been placed there yet - but that he was looking forward to its unveiling.

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